NOTE:
In order to perform a forced ignition ON, the M-MDS (IDS) is necessary. If the servicing is being done outside of an Authorized Mazda dealership, contact an Authorized Mazda dealership for instructions.
The forced ignition ON procedure forces a power supply to each part when no power is available even after the ignition switch has been operated. However, the engine cannot be started and the steering cannot be unlocked.
When performing a forced ignition ON procedure, remove all advanced keys from the vehicle. If an advanced key is left in the vehicle, the forced ignition ON procedure cannot be done.
1. Verify that there are no advanced keys in the vehicle.
2. Get PCM part number from As-built site.
3. Connect the M-MDS (IDS) to the DLC-2.

4. Manual vehicle identification.
Select “Manual Vehicle Entry”.
5. Select the “All other” from Vehicle list.
6. Input the PCM part number on the following screen.

7. After the vehicle is identified, select the following items from the initialization screen of the IDS.
Select “Body”.
Select “Special Ignition ON”.
8. Perform the procedure according to the directions on the screen.
9. Delete session with keeping ignition ON.
10. Normal vehicle identification.
Relay Block Inspection [With Advanced Keyless Entry And Push Button Start System]Drive Belt Removal/Installation [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
MZR 2.0
A/C drive belt removal
1. Remove the aerodynamic under cover No.2 and splash shield as a single unit..
2. Remove the nut shown in the figure and set the power steering pipe component
out of the way.
3. Set the SST as shown in the figure.
NOTE:
Hold the SST by hand unti ...
Intake Air Temperature (Iat) Sensor Inspection [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
Resistance Inspection
NOTE:
Because the IAT sensor is integrated in the MAF sensor, replacing the IAT
sensor includes replacement of the MAF/IAT sensor.
1. Remove the battery cover..
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
3. Disconnect the MAF/IAT sensor connector.
4. Mea ...
Ignition Switch Inspection [Without Advanced Keyless Entry And Push Button Start
System]
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the column cover..
3. Remove the ignition switch..
4. Verify that the continuity between the ignition switch terminals is as indicated
in the table.
If not as indicated in the table, replace the ignition switch.
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